Professional Tree Care
For Your Property
We follow up, show up, and clean up, so you can enjoy your piece of nature.
OUR WHY
The Three Villains of Tree Service
We’ve heard the stories, and you may have experienced them yourself.
The Ghost
No callback, No Show.
The Bait & Switch
Cheap Quote, Painful Bill.
The Wrecking Crew
They break it, You clean it.
OUR VISION
What Tree Care Should Feel Like
A good tree experience starts with a professional, responsive arborist, and ends with a well cared for property, and a company you can trust going forward.
Zero Hassle
No chasing, playing project manager, or cleaning up. Just one call and it's handled.
A Property You're Proud Of
Expert tree care that looks intentional. The kind people notice for the right reasons.
A Local Expert For Life
You don’t have to go figure this out all over again next time you need help.
OUR SERVICES
Professional Tree Care From Start to Finish
Tree Trimming & Pruning
Thinning, shaping, deadwood and clearance pruning. Trimmings hauled away.
Tree Removal
Full takedowns of hazardous, dead, or unwanted trees, Including large, tight-access, and near-structure removals
Stump Grinding
We grind stumps below grade and clear the chips, leaving ground that's ready to replant, sod, or build on.
Tree Processing
As an alternative to disposal, we can process your removed trees into firewood or mill them into timbers for a future project.
OUR STORY
Family Owned. Committed To Our Craft
Established in 1986, Excelsior Tree Care (formerly Cut Above Inc.) has spent 40 years caring for our customers' trees. Protecting their health and structure, improving how they look, and adding lasting value to every property we work on.
Tom Houston, founder, graduated from the University of Minnesota Urban Forestry program in 1982. Since then, Tom & now his son Josh have been meeting and surpassing industry standards by providing expert arbor practices and consulting to satisfied customers throughout the metro area.
What our Customers Say
"Engaging with this team was effortless from start to end. Their proficiency and meticulous approach greatly enhanced our project. I couldn’t be happier with the final product!"
"Working with this team was smooth and efficient at every stage. Their skills and commitment to quality had a major impact on our project. I am thrilled with the final results!"
"Partnering with this team was a breeze from beginning to end. Their knowledge and focus on detail significantly benefited our project. I am extremely happy with the outcome!"
"From the first meeting, it was clear we were in good hands. They took our vision and turned it into something even better than we had imagined. Highly recommend!"
"Exceptional service and great communication throughout the entire process. They went above and beyond to ensure our project was a complete success."
"This team truly understands the meaning of partnership. They brought fresh ideas to the table and delivered a final product that exceeded expectations."
OUR PROCESS
From Quote to Cleanup, We Make It Easy
1
Get a Free Estimate
Book online or give us a call. We'll get
you a clear, fixed price quote.
2
Confirm & Schedule
Accept the quote and we'll lock in a
time that works for you.
3
We Take Care of Your Trees
When the work's done, we'll send an invoice you can pay online or by check.
CONTACT US
3 Ways to Get Started
Send a Message
Complete the form below and our
team will follow up promptly.
Schedule an Appointment
Schedule a time for us to come out and look at your property.
Send a Message
To Those Who Care For Their Property
You're here because you're the kind of person who takes pride in your property. But you need a tree care company you can actually trust to do the job right.
The problem is that most tree companies are famous for no-shows, surprise bills, and a mess left behind, which makes hiring one feel like a gamble.
We believe you shouldn't have to play project manager just to get honest, quality work. And we understand how frustrating it is to be ignored, overcharged, or left to clean up someone else's mess.
That's why we built Excelsior Tree Care. We're a family-owned business run on the opposite: responsive communication, honest estimates, and professional work from arborists who treat your property like our own.
Here's how it works: Give us a call, send a message, or book an appointment online to get a free, no-pressure estimate. Once you confirm, we’ll lock in a date and handle everything from there.
Get in touch today so you can stop chasing contractors and start enjoying a property you're proud of, cared for by a local tree expert you can call for life.
